Mental Health Vocabulary-8th grade

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assertive

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Confident and self-assured behavior.

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psychologist

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A professional specializing in diagnosing and treating mental health issues.

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social worker

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A professional who helps individuals, families, and communities to improve their well-being.

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mental health

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A state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to contribute to their community.

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mental illness

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A wide range of mental health conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior.

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trauma

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A deeply distressing or disturbing experience.

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psychiatrist

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A medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. A psychiatrist can prescribe medicine and administer medical treatment for health disorders

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therapist

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A professional trained to provide therapy to individuals to improve their mental health.

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stigma

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A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.